2021 SOTA Executive Board
President
Priscilla Aquino
"As President of the 2021 SOTA Executive Board, I am very excited to further my relationship with SOTA members and to support the membership in every way possible!"
Vice President
Kibwe Calzado
"I'm excited to assist in helping the SOTA membership with having their questions answered and their voices being heard. I'm also excited to get involved along with finding ways to get the class involved."
Secretary
Diana Braeunle
"Hi, I'm Diana Braeunle and the upcoming secretary of SOTA. I'm ecstatic to begin this new position and build on the organization's success. My role is to support and enhance communication between all members as well as contribute to SOTA'S general function. I look forward to this opportunity!"
Treasurer
Sienna Schantz
"As treasurer I am looking forward to working alongside other leaders to work on our budget. I hope to be able to distribute our funds in a productive way that allows for everyone to benefit from the association!"
POTA District V Representative
Amber Lee
"During my term, I am excited for all of the networking opportunities ahead while attending all of the POTA conferences and events and relaying all information back to my peers and colleagues!"
ASDRepresentative
Maci DiCicco
"I am happy to work with everyone that is a part of the SOTA board for the class of 2022!! I am also excited about the potential flight to the conference in California since this year was canceled, unfortunately. I would love to bring back new information to everyone. Occupational Therapy is always evolving. The quote "You learn something new every day" will sure be used a lot! "
Community Service Chairperson
Tara Dugan
"I am looking forward to my position as community service chairperson because I believe community service is a great way to learn about and engage with different populations. I'm excited to learn what volunteer interests everyone has in order to work with them to find ways to engage in meaningful and intentional service."
Fundraising Chairperson
Bella D'Orazio
"I am excited about finding, creating, and implementing fundraising opportunities throughout the county to help share in the mercy tradition of service while promoting respect, advocacy, and equal service for all clients while raising funds to sustain SOTA."
Occupational Justice Chairperson
Raena Foster
"I am excited to take on the position being the Occupational Justice Chairperson because I believe it is extremely important as future OT's to consider social justice in our profession. Occupational Injustice is prevalent around the world and this is a way we can embrace diversity and focus on equal opportunities for our future clients."
Social Activities Chairperson
Kelly Owens
"I am excited to plan social activities that interest everyone as a way to make memories with my classmates!"
Social Media Chairperson
Reagan Diamond
"I am excited to use our social media to give others an inside look at our values and what sets us apart as a program. I can’t wait to work with everyone on the SOTA board!"
Professional Development Chairperson
Brittany Potter
"As the Professional Development Chairperson, I'm excited to help Gwynedd Mercy's occupational therapy/occupational science students gain resourceful knowledge and refine their professional skills, especially during these challenging times. I look forward to giving them the tools to become successful and competent practitioners who will demonstrate Gwynedd Mercy's core values of integrity, respect, service to society, and social justice."
Occupational Science Representative
Emily Traae
"I am so excited to begin as the Occupational Science Representative! I can't wait to share my passion for the healthcare field and specifically Occupational Therapy with everyone and I can't wait to see what this next year holds!"